1989 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 75 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |